Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss MOT pass rate & common failures
Across 5 model years and 6,618 tests, the Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss passes its MOT 71.1% of the time. Against all cars of a similar age (20.5% fail rate), the G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss comes out 8.4pp worse. Its most common failure areas are lighting & signalling, suspension and brakes.
What the MOT record shows
Lighting & signalling dominates the failure mix at 17.5% of all tests — 3.0 points clear of suspension, so it is the first thing to check.
At component level the recurring items are coil spring, stop lamp and track rod end — coil spring alone was recorded 698 times.
Mileage matters less than usual here: the G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss fails 26.3% of the time in the 0-30k band and 28.7% at 150k+, a spread of only 2.4 points.
Advisories point at the next bill rather than this one: tyres was flagged on 31.4% of tests without failing them.
The trend is worsening — 27.6% of tests failed in 2021 against 30.7% in 2025, the usual pattern as a fleet ages.
How it compares
By model year
Every G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss model year with a usable sample. Years with their own detailed report are linked.
| Year | Tests | Pass rate | Fail rate | Most common failure |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 | 114 | 67.5% | 32.5% | Suspension |
| 2012 | 2,017 | 71.1% | 28.9% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2013 | 4,431 | 71.2% | 28.8% | Lighting & signalling |
| 2014 | 52 | 75.0% | 25.0% | Lighting & signalling |
Most common failures (all years)
| # | Category | % of tests affected | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Lighting & signalling | 17.5% | 1,157 |
| 2 | Suspension | 14.5% | 958 |
| 3 | Brakes | 6.8% | 447 |
| 4 | Steering | 5.6% | 369 |
| 5 | Tyres | 5.4% | 357 |
| 6 | Body, structure & corrosion | 3.7% | 245 |
| 7 | Visibility | 3.5% | 228 |
| 8 | Emissions & environmental | 3.0% | 198 |
Most common specific failures
The exact components most often recorded as failures — more specific than the categories above.
| # | Failure item | Times recorded |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Coil spring | 698 |
| 2 | Stop lamp | 575 |
| 3 | Track rod end | 425 |
| 4 | Individual direction indicators | 263 |
| 5 | Joints | 251 |
| 6 | Tread depth | 250 |
| 7 | Ball joint | 235 |
| 8 | Linkage ball joints | 233 |
Top advisory categories
Advisories aren't failures, but they flag work likely needed soon — useful when budgeting.
| # | Category | % of tests with advisory | Tests |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Tyres | 31.4% | 2,075 |
| 2 | Brakes | 30.0% | 1,986 |
| 3 | Suspension | 22.3% | 1,473 |
| 4 | Other defects | 14.4% | 953 |
| 5 | Lighting & signalling | 13.3% | 877 |
| 6 | Visibility | 4.5% | 299 |
Failure rate by mileage
Higher-mileage cars tend to fail more — often the most useful guide to real condition.
| Mileage band | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 0-30k | 57 | 26.3% |
| 30-60k | 716 | 22.8% |
| 60-90k | 2,318 | 28.2% |
| 90-120k | 2,198 | 30.5% |
| 120-150k | 993 | 30.5% |
| 150k+ | 317 | 28.7% |
Failure rate by age
Trend over time
| Dataset year | Tests | Fail rate |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 | 1,448 | 27.6% |
| 2022 | 1,392 | 27.7% |
| 2023 | 1,362 | 28.8% |
| 2024 | 1,260 | 30.1% |
| 2025 | 1,156 | 30.7% |
What to check before buying a Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss
- Lighting & signalling (17.5% of tests): Often a cheap bulb, but persistent issues can mean wiring or corrosion in the units. Typical repair: £10–£150.
- Suspension (14.5% of tests): Worn drop links, bushes, springs or shocks — listen for knocks over bumps and check for uneven tyre wear. Typical repair: £150–£450 per corner.
- Brakes (6.8% of tests): Pads/discs are routine wear; binding, imbalance or corroded pipes are more serious — test for pulling under braking. Typical repair: £100–£350 per axle.
Repair costs are rough UK ballpark ranges to set expectations, not quotes — actual prices vary widely by car, parts and garage.
Frequently asked questions
What is the MOT pass rate for the Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss?
71.1% of the 6,618 Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss MOT tests in this dataset passed, a 28.9% fail rate, across model years 2011–2015.
What does the Renault G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss most often fail its MOT on?
Lighting & signalling, recorded in 17.5% of tests, then suspension (14.5%).
How much does mileage affect G Scenic D-Que Tt Dciss MOT results?
Fail rates run at 26.3% for cars in the 0-30k band and 28.7% for 150k+, a 2.4-point difference.
Methodology & source. Based on 6,618 MOT tests. Dataset: DVSA MOT testing data (2021,2022,2023,2024,2025). Data last updated 2026-07-27. Figures reflect MOT-testable defects only — read the methodology for how these are calculated and what they don't measure.